DS3 - Check Harness Circuit For Shorts to Power and Ground

1994 Ford Taurus V6-182 3.0L DOHC SHOSECTION DS3 - Check Harness Circuit For Shorts to Power and Ground


- Key "OFF".

- Breakout box installed, Powertrain Control Module (PCM) disconnected.

- Programmable Speedometer/Odometer Module (PSOM) disconnected.

- Measure resistance between test pin 3 and test pins 6, 37 and 40 at the breakout box.

- Is each resistance greater than 10,000 ohms?

Yes -- Go to DS4. DS4 - Check RABS Sensor Resistance

No -- Service short circuit. Remove breakout box. Reconnect all components. Rerun quick test. Quick Test Appendix (Detailed Testing Instructions)

RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

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